2006 Opel Agila vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
